A social rental apartment in Bijdorp
This is a social housing apartment on Merelhof in Voorschoten, a quiet street in the Bijdorp neighbourhood. The home dates from 1987 and has an energy label A, which is the most efficient label, so heating costs should be modest. At €981 per month, the rent is in line with what you would expect for a social rental in this area. For context, apartments in Voorschoten are a common sight here, and this one fits the local market.
The Bijdorp neighbourhood
Bijdorp is a residential area with a mix of ages, and the reviews reflect a generally positive feel. One resident says: "Nice neighbourhood, but more play areas are needed," while another notes: "Nice neighbourhood, just a shame about those drug dealers at the football field in the evenings." Based on two reviews, the average score is 9.25 out of 10, which is high. The neighbourhood has a large share of residents aged 65 and over, making up 40% of the population, and many households are single-person. It is a calm, established part of the Bijdorp neighbourhood, with a community that seems to care about its surroundings.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. For groceries, the Dirk is just around the corner, with the Aldi and Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. For school runs, the Gevers Deynootschool is a five-minute walk, and the Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Emmaus is a bit further. The area is well served for everyday needs, and the train station is about 2.3 kilometres away, so a car or bike is handy for longer trips. This is a practical spot for those who want shops and schools within easy reach, all within the municipality of Voorschoten.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Merelhof 67, Voorschoten
Is €981 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €981 per month is for a 59 m² apartment with an energy label A, which is very efficient. In the social housing sector, this price is typical for a home of this size in Voorschoten. The neighbourhood has a limited number of rental listings, but the two that were recently let took an average of 34 days to find a tenant, suggesting a steady but not frantic market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. This means the home is registered as having a very good energy performance, so you can expect relatively low heating costs compared to less efficient homes. The label is an official registration and does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The Dirk supermarket is just 256 metres away, so you can be there in a couple of minutes on foot. The Aldi and Albert Heijn are both around 345 metres, and the Hoogvliet is at 479 metres. For a quick top-up, the SPAR express is about 896 metres away. Daily shopping is very convenient from this location.
What schools are nearby?
The Gevers Deynootschool is the closest primary school at 272 metres, and the Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Emmaus is at 579 metres. There are several other primary schools within a kilometre, including Nutsbasisschool Voorschoten and Rooms Katholieke Basisschool De Regenboog. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 3.1 kilometres away.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents give Bijdorp a high average score of 9.25 out of 10. One resident says: "Nice neighbourhood, but more play areas are needed," while another notes: "Nice neighbourhood, just a shame about those drug dealers at the football field in the evenings." The feedback is generally positive, with a couple of specific concerns about play facilities and evening activity near the football field.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 2.3 kilometres from the apartment. That is a manageable distance by bike, taking roughly ten minutes, or a short drive.
